Boeing Company

The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] in 2008 recorded 662 net commercial airplane orders, bringing its backlog of unfilled commercial orders to more than 3,700 airplanes.

The Next-Generation 737 remained the company's best seller, with 484 chosen last year by customers from nearly every region of the world. Demand for the all-new 787 Dreamliner also remained strong with 93 ordered, primarily by Middle East customers.

"While we clearly faced obstacles, 2008 also was a time of accomplishment at Commercial Airplanes," said Scott Carson, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and chief executive officer, who noted that the 2008 order total was the eighth highest on record. "We are leaders in commercial aviation and with that comes the responsibility to deliver the best value to our customers, our shareholders and our communities.

"With a balanced base of customers from all regions of the world, from airlines with varied business models, and with strong orders across our product line, we are now focused on executing this strong backlog position," Carson added........Read More

Transpotation Services

Danco 21’ Steel Lynx 12,000 lb deck capacity, 102” Wide, Wheel Lift 4,000 lb capacity w/receiver hitch, Steel Removable Rails, (1) 48” Tool Boxes, 8000 lb High Speed Worm Drive Winch W/ 50 ft of 3/8" Cable, # 527112 Federal Jet Stream Light Bar w/ 2 pr. Work Lights, (1) V-Chain with Cluster Hooks, (2) 12' Long Safety Chains with Forged Mini, (4) Four Point Tie-Down Straps w/Ratchets and Cluster Hooks, (2) Wheel Lift Straps w/Ratchets, Magnetic Tow Lights, Wheel Sims.....Read More

Family Transportation

While a bit shy of, say, an unobtainable Rolls-Royce or Bentley, the represents the finest Mercedes money can buy—and it will take plenty of cash to bring it home. I normally mention price at the end of a story, but here it is now -- $118,665, including a few options (base price $103,100). With that over with, let's consider what you get for that sizeable sum.

Most noticeable is the sheer beauty and presence of the car. Based on the large S-Class sedan platform, the CL is a pillarless coupe—a rarity these days. The themes of recent Mercedes products are especially nicely blended here. The side panels swell boldly around the wheelwells, and a deep crease rises from the trailing edge of the front wheelwell and sails over the rear, culminating in a front-leaning taillamp lens. The sharp angle of roofline to rear deck and turned up headlamps all contribute to a vigorous, sporty look…..Read More

Air Australia

Air Austral, the airline based in Saint Denis, La Reunion, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus for the purchase of two A380s in a single-class configuration. In such a configuration, the A380 will offer unprecedented level of fuel economy, further emphasising the eco-efficient nature of the aircraft.......Read More